Quarter in Review

November 2025

🎃 A Big Thank-You for a Wonderful Pumpkin Patch Day 🎃
at Chester’s Party Barn!

We want to send a heartfelt thank-you to all our amazing clients, families, and staff who joined
us for our annual Pumpkin Patch visit! 🍂 Your smiles, laughter, and enthusiasm made the
day extra special.
From picking the perfect pumpkins to enjoying hayrides and warm cider, it was such a joy to see
everyone celebrating the season together. These moments remind us how lucky we are to have
such a wonderful community of families and team members.
We’ve gathered a few snapshots from our visit — full of fun, friendship, and fall spirit. 📸🍁

Thank you again for making this year’s pumpkin patch trip one to remember. We can’t wait to do
it again next fall! 🎃❤️

❄️ Keep Learning Cozy: Fun Ways to Prevent Skill ❄️
Regression During Winter Break

\Winter break is a magical time — twinkling lights, family traditions, and much-needed rest from busy school routines. But those few weeks away from the classroom can sometimes lead to skill regression (that sneaky “learning slide” where kids forget what they’ve learned). The good news? Keeping kids engaged doesn’t mean piling on extra homework. With a few creative ideas, you can help your child keep their mind active — all while making the most of the season.

1. Make Reading a Family Tradition📚

When it’s chilly outside, there’s nothing cozier than curling up with a good book. Encourage reading by:
● Starting a holiday reading challenge (with small rewards for milestones)
● Reading aloud as a family — pick a winter classic or a funny picture book
● Visiting your local library for seasonal storytimes or book swaps

Let your child choose what they read — when kids feel ownership over their choices, they’re more likely to stick with it!

2. Keep Math Merry and Bright 🧮

Math practice can sneak right into winter fun:
● Cooking and baking: Have kids measure ingredients, double recipes, or time the cookies.
● Shopping and budgeting: Let them compare prices, calculate discounts, or estimate totals.
● Board games and puzzles: Games like Monopoly or Sudoku secretly boost math and logic skills.

Bonus: these are great ways to keep everyone together during indoor days!

3. Write with Winter Magic ✏️

Encourage your child to keep writing — but make it festive and fun!
● Write thank-you notes for gifts or acts of kindness
● Start a “Winter Memories” journal
● Compose a short story about a snowman who comes to life or a penguin’s adventure

Even brief, creative writing keeps spelling, grammar, and imagination sharp.

4. Learn Through Hands-On Fun 🧤

Winter is full of opportunities to learn by doing:
● Build a bird feeder and track which birds visit
● Conduct simple science experiments (like freezing bubbles or testing how salt melts ice)
● Create DIY crafts or homemade gifts that involve measuring, reading instructions, or problem-solving

These experiences boost curiosity and critical thinking while providing special family moments.

5. Keep Conversations Going 💬
Family gatherings are perfect for storytelling and conversation. Encourage kids to talk about
their favorite memories, share fun facts, or even interview grandparents about their childhood
holidays. These chats naturally strengthen vocabulary and communication skills.

6. Use Screen Time Wisely🎮
There’s nothing wrong with some screen time over break — especially when it’s purposeful. Mix
in educational games, creative apps, or kid-friendly documentaries. You might even have your
child make a short video or slideshow about their winter adventures!

The Takeaway 🌟
Winter break should feel joyful and restful — but that doesn’t mean learning has to stop. By
weaving in a little reading, writing, math, and creativity, you can help your child stay mentally
active and make meaningful holiday memories. Keep it light, keep it fun, and your child will
head back to school refreshed, confident, and ready to learn!

🌞Looking Ahead: Camp Communicate Summer 2026🌞

We’re already looking ahead to Summer 2026 at Camp Communicate, and we can’t wait to welcome families
back for another incredible season of growth, learning, and fun!

📅 Summer 2026 Dates Are Live!

Our Summer 2026 session dates are now available on our website.
👉 View Dates for Intense Academy
👉 View Dates for Speech Spot

Applications officially open this Friday! Be sure to apply early—spots fill quickly each year, and we’d love to see your family join us again.

💲 Important Updates About Pricing and Grants
As we prepare for another amazing summer, here are a few important details to keep in mind:
Pricing will increase for Summer 2026.
To lock in 2025 pricing, your down payment must be made before December 31, 2025.

💡 Need Help Finding Funding?

We’re here to support families through every step of the process, including funding!
Join us for our Virtual Grant-Writing Workshop on Sunday, December 7 at 8:30 PM (Central).

Upcoming Events

🎅 Come See Santa With Us! 🎅

🎁 Event Details:
📅 Date: December 6, 2025
🕒 Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

The holiday season is here — and so is Santa Claus! 🎄✨
Give your family a stress-free holiday photo experience! Our Santa event is specifically
curated to provide a sensory-friendly environment—think low lighting, a calm waiting
area, and understanding staff.

Why join us?
1. It’s a completely sensory-friendly Santa experience, focused on comfort for all children.
2. We have a professional photographer to ensure stunning results.
3. You can bring the whole family!
4. You get all the digital images for free afterward!

The Oklahoma Civic Center presents a sensory-friendly viewing of “The Nutcracker” on December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm.
Accommodations for This Performance Includes the Following:

Adjusted lighting and sound
Lower sound levels throughout the performance
A reduction of strobe lighting and lighting focused on the audience
House lights will remain on (at a low level) in the theatre auditorium during the performance
No live orchestra
No pyrotechnics

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://www.okcciviccenter.com/events/detail/the-nutcracker-2025.